Winchester Jenks Center programs

Note: During the summer months, the Keep Well Clinic is only scheduled once each month for July and August.

‘Demystifying Uber,’ 6 p.m. June 6, Jenks Room

Participants will learn more about Uber and see if it provides a practical alternative of transportation. Uber staff will be on hand to help with hands-on questions and guide participants through the process.

Silver Sneakers Club Brainstorm Meeting, 10:30 a.m. June 7, Café

The Jenks Center has been seeking a volunteer to spearhead a “silver sneaker” walking club. Through their volunteer open house, someone has expressed an interest to lead the group. Meet with volunteer Carol Keller to discuss the development of the Jenks Silver Sneakers Walking Club. This is an opportunity to shape a program to help stay in shape and meet and make friends though the Jenks.

Take Control of Your Medical Care, 1 p.m. June 7, Craft Room

The Importance of Health Care Proxy & MOLST Form

Presented by Elder Law Attorney Noreen Murphy. A Health Care Proxy is a person someone names in advance to make health care decisions for them if they are too sick to make them fort hemselves. A Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment form allows one to specify the types of care they want (or do not want) in an end of life situation. During this presentation, elder law attorney Noreen Murphy will explain both topics and how they can be used to ensure participants receive the medical care they want and need in the event of incapacity or a life-threatening illness.

Noreen Murphy’s practice focuses on elder law, estate planning and closely related areas. She is a Certified Elder Law Attorney and a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Noreen has been volunteering at the Jenks for more than 15 years, offering free consultations on the last Monday of every month. To reserve your seat at this presentation, call 781-721-7136.

This is a leisurely walk through the meadows and forests around scenic Wright-Locke Farm in search of wildflowers. Participants will not have to walk very far to see a host of late spring flowers in bloom. They will take a leisurely stroll to enjoy the flowers, learn some basic wildflower identification characteristics and learn some natural history and lore about the plants they see. The program will include a few short readings about the subjects as well as a poem or two. Limited to 16 participants — must register at the Jenks.

Monthly Birthday Celebration, 1 p.m. June 9, Jenks Dining Room

The Jenks Center will host monthly birthday celebrations in the Dining room. Those who have a birthday in June can RSVP and come to the Jenks to celebrate. RSVP at 781-721-7136 at least two days in advance.

Looking ahead

Food Management Class, 10:45 a.m. June 9, Café

Food Demonstration: Coloring your plate. Funding support for this Council on Aging program provided by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs.

“An African-American sanitation worker in 1950s Pittsburgh dreamed of becoming a major-league baseball player but was deemed too old when blacks began being admitted into major leagues. Bitter over his missed opportunity he creates further tension by denying his son a chance with a football recruiter.” Director: Denzel Washington. Cast includes: Denzel Washington, Viola Davis and Stephen Henderson .

Fourth annual Luncheon at Wright-Locke Farm, noon-1:30 p.m. June 13

Fee: $15 per person. RSVP at the Jenks by June 9.

This luncheon is a Jenks favorite and will give attendees an inside look at the changes that are happening at Winchester’s own farmstead. There will be a brief presentation inside the barn featuring all the happenings at the farm — including a look at what the future holds for the development of the area surrounding the farm. Followed by a boxed lunch and live music.

“Guess Who??” Baby Photo Contest

For the month of June, the Jenks Center is participating in a Guess Who Baby Photo Contest. Residents are asked to supply, by June 14, their baby photo on paper or digital version to the Jenks main office. Make sure the photo is clearly marked with a name on the back in a sealed envelope with name, address and phone number. Digital photos can be emailed to snorton@winchester.us. Beginning June 19, the photos will be numbered and displayed in the main office area for viewing. There will be a first, second and third place prize awarded to the person who guesses the most correct answers. Residents will also be asked for their vote on baby superlatives: best smile, most expressive, most serious, best hair and funniest photos. Pictures should be submitted no later than June 14 to participate. A winner(s) will be chosen June 30. Drop-in to the Jenks for a chance to enter to win.

Travel news

Unless otherwise noted on the flier or in the newsletter, pick-up/return for all day trips will be at the St. Eulalia Church parking lot. Additional trip information can be obtained at the Jenks Center or online at: jenkscenter.org.

Spirit of Boston/Tall Ships: June 20. For the first time in over a decade Boston will play host to the incredible Tall Ships from around the world… their only stop in America as they travel north to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Canada’s confederation…and we are delighted to offer this rare opportunity to enjoy an up-close view of these history-rich vessels from the decks of the beautiful Spirit of Boston. Your cruise will also include a lavish buffet lunch freshly prepared in the on-board kitchen with Oven Baked North Atlantic Sole Filet, Honey & Sesame Chicken and Whole-Roasted Pork Loin along with potatoes, pasta, vegetables and a tempting array of salads and desserts to choose from. Price pp: $130 includes Boston Harbor cruise, buffet lunch, all taxes, gratuities and transportation. Pick-up/return 1:15 p.m./5:45 p.m. Note: This is a ticketed event … there will be no refunds.

Frankenmuth/Mackinac Island/Niagara Falls: September 25-30. This six-day, five-night tour will be the highlight of the Jenks 2017 travel season. Participants will spend their first and last nights at the DoubleTree FallsView Resort in Niagara Falls; one night at the Bavarian Inn Lodge in Frankenmuth, Michigan, for an authentic German experience including dinner, light entertainment and a full day of events; and two nights at the historic Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island in Lake Huron, Michigan … noted for its old-world hospitality and charm. Residents can pick up a flyer with complete details of this trip; it is recommended to make reservations early as space will be limited. Cost: $1,465 per person; doubles $1,265 per person; triples $2,445 per person. Includes five nights lodging, five breakfasts, three dinners, all en route events, taxes, gratuities and transportation. There is a $100 deposit and optional cancelation insurance of $60 per person, due with reservations. Final payment is due no later than July 21. Pick-up will be at 7:30 a.m. from St. Eulalia Church, 50 Ridge St., Winchester. Passports are required. Note: There will be no refunds without cancellation insurance.

Tanglewood/Red Lion Inn: Aug. 5, 2017. Participants will returen to Lenox for another BSO concert in the Music Shed at Tanglewood, summer home to the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The performance will include Mozart’s Symphony #25, Schumann’s Symphony #2 and Schumann’s Cello Concerto, led by distinguished conductor Christoph von Dohnanyi and featuring Yo-Yo Ma on cello. Following the performance, participants will enjoy lunch at the historic Red Lion Inn with a menu choice of Turkey or Pot Roast with all the fixings, coffee and dessert. Cost: $110 per person, includes BSO performance, lunch, all taxes, tips and transportation. Reservation deadline is June 15. Pick-up/return: 7 a.m./6 p.m. from the Jenks Center. Note: This is a ticketed event. There will be no refunds.

The Best of Maine/Clambake Restaurant: July 13. Participants will visit favorite places including lunch at the renowned Clambake Restaurant in Scarborough, Maine. Menu choices will be Stuffed Haddock, Baked Stuffed Chicken or Clam Chowder, Fresh-dug Steamed Clams and Succulent Lobster with Drawn Butter. Also included in this daytrip are stopovers at When Pigs Fly Company Store in Kittery, Maine, and Stonewall Kitchen in York, Maine, for shopping pleasures. Cost: $89 per person, includes When Pigs Fly, Clambake Restaurant, Stonewall Kitchen, all taxes, tips and transportation. Pick-up/return: 9:15 a.m./5:45 p.m.

Reservations can be made by signing up at the Jenks Center. Full payment and menu selection (where applicable) must be made at the time of sign-up and is non refundable within seven days of departure. Checks should be made payable to “WSA” with the name of the trip and the names of all individuals included in your payment recorded on the memo portion of your check. Cash will not be accepted. Overnight or longer trips should be reserved in accordance with detailed instructions that can be found in the flier or as noted in the Newsletter.